The bill amends Section 23-27.3-109.1 of the General Laws in Chapter 23-27.3, which pertains to the State Building Code. It empowers the committee to adopt codes and standards that conform with nationally recognized model building codes and other technical provisions aimed at ensuring public health, safety, and welfare. The bill also includes a provision for the committee to submit an annual report to the General Assembly detailing the codes and standards adopted, including proposed amendments and a summary of public testimony received during hearings.

Significantly, the bill eliminates the requirement for the codes and standards adopted by the state building code standards committee to receive approval from a legislative regulation committee, which is also being repealed. This change streamlines the process for adopting building codes and standards, allowing the committee to operate independently without the need for legislative oversight. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
506: 23-27.3-109.1